Two held over historic sexual abuse in former children’s home
Two men have been arrested over allegations of historic sexual abuse and cruelty against a former resident of a children’s home. West Midlands Police said the men, both 68, were
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Report highlights poorer children ‘not school ready’
More nursery education should be carried out in schools to prepare children better for later education and help bridge the gap between rich and poor, the chief inspector of schools
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Minister announces new drive to end deliberate face-down restraint
New controls to stop the deliberate use of face-down restraint for people receiving care launched by Care and Support Minister Norman Lamb. Restraint can cause both physical and psychological harm
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Regulators to insist on ‘clear English’ for healthcare workers
Regulators will be able to strike off or discipline doctors, nurses and healthcare workers who cannot communicate clearly in English, under plans announced today. A new draft Bill published by
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GP in warning of ‘substantial harm’ over dementia targets
Setting targets for the number of people who should be diagnosed with dementia could lead to “substantial harm” to patients, a GP has said. An urgent debate is needed before
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Call to close loophole in child grooming laws
A children’s charity is calling for a change in the law to help better protect children from being targeted by predatory sex offenders. A report published by Barnado’s and Labour
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London learning disabilities charity pick up awards double
The Westminster Society for People with Learning Disabilities took home the coveted winners trophy at the Skills for Care Accolades ceremony that honours the best employers in adult social care.
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Care workers charged with child cruelty at Billericay nursery
A woman from Wickford has been charged with child cruelty following an investigation by Essex Police into concerns about the treatment of children at the Abacus Day Nursery in Billericay.
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New poll reveals fears over mental health medication
Half of youngsters given drugs to address mental health problems said they felt “frightened” when they were prescribed the medicine, a poll suggests. Forty nine percent of those aged 13
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Government to introduce ’emotional cruelty’ legislation
Adults who commit acts of emotional cruelty against children in their care will face the same threat of jail as those guilty of physical neglect, under new laws being considered
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